As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for character design in Alma, WI is $92,461, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,778 weekly, or $7,705 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for character design in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for character design in Alma, WI vary widely, spanning from $75,456 to $105,749. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($83,560) and 75th percentile ($99,416), while top earners (90th percentile) make $105,749 per year. This $15,856 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Collaboration or Software Design, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Alma character design often earn 1.9% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
character design Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile character design Salary $75,456 Alma, WI June 01, 2026
25th Percentile character design Salary $83,560 Alma, WI June 01, 2026
50th Percentile character design Salary $92,461 Alma, WI June 01, 2026
75th Percentile character design Salary $99,416 Alma, WI June 01, 2026
90th Percentile character design Salary $105,749 Alma, WI June 01, 2026
25% $83,560 10% $75,456 90% $105,749 75% $99,416 $92,461 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Character design salary varies based on experience, location, and industry. Entry-level positions typically offer salaries ranging from $40,000 to $60,000 annually, while mid-level designers can earn between $60,000 and $90,000. Senior character designers or those with specialized skills may command salaries exceeding $100,000. Factors influencing salary include the complexity of the projects, the size of the company, and the designer's portfolio. Industries such as video games, animation, and film often provide higher compensation due to the demand for skilled artists. Freelance character d...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of character design in Alma, WI. The base salary for character design ranges from $83,560 to $99,416 with the average base salary of $92,461. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $91,241 to $116,208 with the average total cash compensation of $104,876.

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About Alma, Wisconsin    Alma is a city in and the county seat of Buffalo County in the U.S. state of Wisconsin. The population was 781 at the 2010 census. The city borders th....More

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